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2. Nicotine and the Body

In its pure form, nicotine is a strong poison. A small dose of it, injected directly into the bloodstream, will kill a person within an hour. Because it is inhaled, it only takes seven to 10 seconds to reach the brain – twice as fast as intravenous drugs and three times faster than alcohol.

Once there, it mimics some of the actions of adrenaline. After a few puffs, the level of nicotine in the blood skyrockets, the heart beats faster and the blood pressure increases. The result is that the smoker feels more alert and may actually think faster.

In addition, nicotine may produce a calming effect by triggering the release of natural opiates called beta-endorphins. Thus, smoking produces two feelings: alertness and calmness.

Since nicotine can't be stored in the body, you must smoke more to maintain a relatively constant level in the blood. This is why you suffer withdrawal symptoms when you stop using.

Find more information about tobacco at Health Canada and get help quitting at the Smokers’ Helpline.

3. Smokestream

Smokestream is an innovative anti-tobacco campaign, targeted at youth across Saskatchewan from 11 to 14 years old. This age group is particularly vulnerable to experimenting with tobacco and the campaign encourages them to remain tobacco free or quit using tobacco.

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4. Electronic Smoking Products

Electronic cigarettes and other electronic smoking products do not contain tobacco, so The Tobacco Control Act and The Tobacco Control Regulations do not apply. Health Canada is advising Canadians not to purchase or use electronic smoking products (such as electronic cigarettes), as these products may pose health risks and have not been fully evaluated for safety, quality and efficacy by Health Canada.

For any questions or concerns related to the use or sale of these products in Saskatchewan, please contact the Health Canada Inspectorate - Manitoba and Saskatchewan Operational Centre.

The Inspectorate can be reached by e-mail at Insp_MSOC-COMS@hc-sc.gc.ca by telephone at (204) 984-1341 or toll-free at 1-800-267-9675.